Ben Nicholson's sense of purity helps generate demand
This untitled work from c.1945 by Ben Nicholson (1894-1982) comprises a mahogany relief applied with oil paint. It was offered at Mallams (25% buyer’s premium) of Oxford on May 17-18 as part of its Modern Art & Design sale.
The vendor received the 7¾ x 11in (20 x 28cm) piece as a gift from Nicholson’s daughter Kate in c.…